Metric vs. Milestone Key Results

Metric vs. Milestone Key Results

For the first installment in my series, Courting OKRs Controversy I’m going to cheat a bit here and quote directly from my latest book, “OKRs For Dummies.” Here’s what I had to say on the issue of Metric vs. Milestone Key Results: Over the years I’ve encountered many...
OKRs v. EOS

OKRs v. EOS

OKRs v. EOS, Which Path is Right for Your Company? The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) are both popular frameworks for setting goals and managing performance in organizations. Since I have extensive experience with both...
Understanding Key Results in OKRs

Understanding Key Results in OKRs

Types of Key Results There are at least two types of key results: Metric and milestone. Let’s use the example below to illustrate the two. Objective: Reduce mobile app crashes in order to improve the user experience. Key Results: Create a list of the most frequent...
Are OKRs a Fad?

Are OKRs a Fad?

As a Global OKRs Coach, I’m often asked if OKRs are a fad, the latest management obsession.  The short answer is no.  If you want a longer answer, read on… OKRs a Fad? Search the word ‘fad’, and you’ll find this less than flattering definition....